Junior Engineering Technician

Amentum; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 28,049 - 39,949; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a motivated Junior RF Engineering Technician in Dahlgren, VA, to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center. The role involves operating E3 testing equipment, ensuring compliance with electromagnetic design specifications, and supporting test events. Candidates should have experience in electronics or RF systems and will need to obtain a US Secret Government Clearance. Benefits include health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• One year of general experience in electronics, physics, or testing RF systems.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret Government Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain specialized equipment for E3 testing.
• Assess system compliance with E3 design specifications.
• Support test events independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Knowledge of electronics

Experience with RF systems

Ability to use network analyzers

Ability to use spectrum analyzers

Ability to use multimeters

Ability to use Time Domain Reflectometers (TDRs)

Education

Vocational/technical training beyond high school

Job description

Amentum is seeking a motivated and detail-orientedJunior RF Engineering Technicianto join our team inDahlgren, VA, supporting theNaval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Electromagnetic Effects Division. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to critical Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) testing and certification of both DoD and non-DoD developmental and operational weapon and electronic systems.

Your work will play a vital role in ensuring that these systems meet E3 design specifications and function effectively and safely in their intended electromagnetic environments. This position offers opportunities for hands‑on technical work, collaborative team efforts, and direct customer engagement. Travel is required up to10% of the time, and on‑the‑job mentoring will be provided to support your professional growth and development.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain specialized equipment to perform E3 testing and certification on complex weapon and electronic systems.
• Assess system compliance with E3 design specifications to ensure safety, reliability, and performance in operational electromagnetic environments.
• Support a wide variety of test events, both independently and as part of a collaborative team, with direct communication and coordination with customers.
• Travel to various locations (up to 10% of the time) to support off‑site E3 testing as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• One (1) year of general experience in electronics, physics, or testing RF systems.
• Knowledge of using one or more of the following: network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, and Time Domain Reflectometers (TDRs).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• On the job mentoring is provided.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vocational/technical training beyond high school

Compensation Details:

US: $24.68

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

05/08/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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